R.P. Huttinga and his family adopted Aussie when she was 12 and Otis when he was just 8 weeks old. The two dogs became fast friends despite their age differences, and the idea for this book was sparked when the author noticed the two furry pals walking their favourite trail in Lake Cowichan, BC. This is the first book in a series of Aussie and Otis adventures, and is R.P.’s first book. He lives on Vancouver Island with his wife and daughter.